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New All Things Judicial Podcast Explores Courthouse Weddings and Witnesses a Real Ceremony with Spanish-Speaking Couple
A spotlight on the civil wedding ceremonies conducted by North Carolina magistrates.
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New Legal Hand Call-In Center Launches to Expand Access to Legal Support Across North Carolina
Legal Hand Call-In Center aspires to help community members address everyday civil legal problems before they escalate into legal crises.
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Governor Stein Appoints District and Superior Court Judges for Districts 10, 14, and 22
Governor Josh Stein has appointed two district court judges and one superior court judge for District 10, 14, and 22.
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North Carolina Courts Receive $147,000 Grant to Expedite DWI Cases
The Governor’s Highway Safety Program grant will expedite Driving While Impaired (DWI) cases in Johnston, Mecklenburg, and Wake counties.
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Chief Justice Paul Newby Appoints Judge Matthew T. Houston to Business Court
Judge Matthew T. Houston is appointed as a business court judge, effective February 17, 2025, and will serve in Raleigh.
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North Carolina Implementing Convenient Debit Card Payments for Jury Service
Jurors will begin receiving jury service payments on pre-paid debit cards in lieu of paper checks starting in 30+ counties this month.
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All Things Judicial Features an Interview with Attorney James D. Blount, Jr.
Blount's 50-year legal career included working as lead counsel in over 300 civil jury trials.
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eCourts Kiosks Deploy to N.C. Courthouses with Scanners, Printers, Payment Services for the Public
New ADA-compliant, all-in-one self-service kiosks deploying to local courthouses starting in June.
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Governor Appoints Judges in Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln, and Wake Counties
Kevin Boxberger appointed in Wake, Holden Clark appointed in Gaston, and Angela Woods appointed in Lincoln and Cleveland.
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All Things Judicial Features a Panel Discussion with Franklin Freeman, Ned Mangum, Colon Willoughby
Panel discussed court history, different court levels, and changes in the court system.
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Chief Justice Paul Newby Appoints Margaret Eagles as Chief District Court Judge for Wake County
Judge Eagles will begin serving as chief district court judge February 1, 2024.
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All Things Judicial Features Interview with Criminal Defense Attorney Robert L. McMillan, Jr.
McMillan candidly shares his story and the wisdom he gained over his 50 years in the practice of law.
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New “Address of Record with the Court”
Attorneys may update their profile at portal.ncbar.gov to include a mailing address, phone number, and email to be used for Rule 5 service.
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All Things Judicial Features a Roundtable Discussion About Courthouse Security
A roundtable discussion about the importance of courthouse security in fulfilling the constitutional mission of the Judicial Branch.
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New Filing Code for Criminal Filings in File & Serve Effective June 1, 2023
Attorneys can now file under Criminal Motions and Order for DA Review in File and Serve if documents need to be reviewed by the DA's office.
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Judicial Branch Expands Elevated Access for Private Counsel in eCourts
The update provides access to restricted information in cases for which an attorney is listed as an attorney of record.
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Online Requests for Dismissal or Speeding Reduction of Traffic Citations Launches in Guide & File for eCourts Pilot Counties
Now available in Guide & File for eCourts pilot counties only (Harnett, Johnston, Lee, Wake).
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All Things Judicial Highlights the Wake County Legal Support Center
Episode explains the Center's creation and operation and includes a tour of the Center with Judge Dunston.
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eCourts is Now Live in Harnett, Johnston, Lee, and Wake Counties
eCourts is officially live in the four pilot counties (Harnett, Johnston, Lee, and Wake) today, Monday, February 13.
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MEMORANDUM to Attorneys: eFiling in eCourts Pilot Counties
Once eCourts is live, eFiling will be required for attorneys for any new filings made in these four counties.
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